• Lift: Designed primarily for mobility assistance or wheelchair access. Often has open or semi-enclosed sides, travels short distances (1–2 floors), and uses constant pressure controls (hold the button to move).
• Elevator: Fully enclosed cab within a hoistway, designed for comfort and multiple passengers. Operates automatically (push once), and meets higher safety and building code standards.

500 lbs is a common standard capacity, but models can be upgraded for heavier loads depending on your needs.

A pneumatic (vacuum) elevator uses air pressure to move the cab between floors. It doesn’t require a traditional shaft, pit, or machine room making it ideal for retrofits.

The hoistway must be constructed to precise specifications provided by the manufacturer, including structural supports, clearances, and access points.

Yes! Most models can be retrofitted into existing homes, though some remodeling or construction will be needed.

Common locations include near staircases, closets, or corners of rooms where vertical alignment between floors is simplest.

Once the shaftway is ready, installation typically takes 3–5 days.

• Home Elevator: Higher capacity, accommodates wheelchairs, adds value, smoother operation, more aesthetic appeal.
• Stair Lift: Lower cost, easier to install, but limited to one rider and less suitable for wheelchairs.

In most cases, yes. Home elevators often enhance property value, accessibility, and resale appeal.